NEWS 7 by the stars Week Commencing: Dec 29 ARIES March 21 - April 20 You may find yourself a litle melodramatic. It’s very easy to get carried away. Domestic problems start to clear up. Watch out for hasty decisions, in love or health. TAURUS April 21 - May 22 Simplicity is the keyword - get to the point and get rid of excess trimmings. You could find yourself taking an important stand by the end of the week. Don’t laugh off any kind of setback. GEMINI May 23 - June 21 UNDER CONTROL: Country Fire Service volunteer Chelsea Brooks douses smouldering areas of the building to ensure the fire does not reignite. House gutted by blaze Emergency services enter new year with Beachport fire FIRE gutted an unoccupied dwelling at Beachport on Thursday afternoon. The Herbert Street house was well alight when Country Fire Service volunteer firefighters and other emergency services personnel arrived about 5.45pm. The fire caused thick smoke to drift across the area and prompted Wattle Range CFS group officer Mike Kemp to issue a media alert just after 6pm. “Members of the public were advised to stay indoors and shut all doors and windows until the smoke passed,’’ Mr Kemp said. “We were worried about the presence of asbestos under the eaves and in other parts of the building “It was fought by the Beachport CFS and firefighters from the nearby brigades of Southend, Thornlea and Millicent. “We sent down two of the Millicent CFS appliances as they have the breathing apparatus which was needed. “It is our understanding that persons had been camping in the vicinity of the house and we believe a mattress in one of the rooms was the source of the fire.” The property was built in the post-war years and was constructed of Mount Gambier limestone with an iron roof. Although fire-fighters had contained the blaze within an hour, the house was extensively damaged. The damage bill is estimated to be $50,000. INVESTIGATION: Police and Country Fire Service investigators examine the Beachport fire scene on New Year’s Day. Pictures: JASON WALLACE There will be excellent buying and selling opportunities all week and annoying cancellations on the weekend. Be a lot more spontaneous. CANCER June 22 - July 22 A colourful adventure and some spicy news makes this anything but a drab week. Your partner may be in a silly mood and you have your own problems getting him/her down to earth. LEO July 23 - August 22 You feel a little clumsy and a little lazy, yet the week turns out to be productive. Financial transactions are speeded up. This s a good time to consider a volunteer undertaking. VIRGO August 23 - September 22 Don’t be afraid to question anyone’s motives - but with tact, please. Make an effort to ease a relative’s worries. A chance remark may catch you way off guard. LIBRA September 23 - October 22 Romantic setbacks can hit before the weekend. Show your partner that sulking is not your style. Relatives alternately show up at the best and worst moments. SCORPIO October 23 - November 21 Outstanding career possibilities open up. Don’t skip putting the final touches on any job. You could feel a little drained by the end of the week. Meditation or a new sport could be a lovely tonic SAGITTARIUS November 22 - December 22 You have lots of good ideas - don’t forget them and put them into action. Home becomes a lively place starting Thursday. A mini adventure may give you a major lift. CAPRICORN December 23 - January 20 Don’t be embarrased to decline well meaning offers this week. Friends may not keep to the letter of their promises. This is a great time to watch that weight, but neither under or over indulge AQUARIUS January 21 - February 19 Be prepared for changing weather - plus changing moods. Keep mixing business with pleasure and you will enjoy both much more. Enjoy an interesting debate on the weekend PISCES February 20 - March 20 Home becomes the focal point of your life. Your happiest moments occur right here. Tension with relatives can cause a strain - and be a pain. This is a good week for shaping travel plans. BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK If anyone knows what he or she wants, it’s you. Determination is your trademark and you are a fearless worker. You move from behind the scenes early and can expect an important lifestyle change Look local first for... • Invoice books • Promotional flyers • Letterheads • Business cards Plus more! Millicent E: mprint@setimes.com.au WELL ALIGHT: A reader provided this image of the burning Beachport house. www.thesoutheasterntimes.com.au P: 8733 3755 42 Davenport Street The South Eastern Times, Tuesday, January 6, 2015 - 7 Your week 659391